Fitters

Southern Pumping Specialists Pty Ltd; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Pumping Specialists Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Fitters to join our workshop team. The successful candidates will be responsible for the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of rotating and mechanical equipment to ensure customer assets are returned to service quickly and reliably.

We value hands-on mechanical expertise, adherence to safety procedures, and a collaborative work approach. Join us to work on a range of pump systems in a stable workshop environment with opportunities for

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in a similar role.
• Experience with pumps or rotating mechanical systems.
• Ability to operate workshop tools and equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to follow workplace health and safety procedures.
• Reliable team player with a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle, inspect, repair, and reassemble pumps and rotating mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs or replacements as required.
• Use workshop machinery and tools to assist with repairs.
• Test repaired equipment to ensure correct performance prior to dispatch.
• Receive and log repairable equipment on arrival and document findings.
• Strip down equipment for assessment and quotation.
• Source parts and arrange subcontract services where required.
• Prepare completed jobs for freight and dispatch.
• Maintain a tidy, organised workshop environment.
• Follow job tagging, reporting, and safety procedures.
• Assist team members on larger jobs when required.

Skills

Pumps experience

Rotating equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Tools

Lathe

Welders

Job description

Southern Pumping Specialists Pty Ltd, is seeking experienced Fitters to join their workshop team. The successful candidates will be responsible for the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of rotating and mechanical equipment to ensure customer assets are returned to service quickly and reliably.

Key Responsibilities

• Dismantle, inspect, repair, and reassemble pumps and other rotating mechanical equipment
• Diagnose mechanical faults and carry out repairs or component replacements as required
• Use workshop machinery and tools such as lathes, welders, and other equipment to assist with repairs
• Test repaired equipment to ensure correct performance prior to dispatch
• Receive and log repairable equipment accurately upon arrival
• Strip down equipment for assessment and forward findings for quotation
• Source parts and arrange subcontract services where required
• Prepare completed jobs for freight and dispatch
• Maintain a tidy, organised, and efficient workshop environment
• Follow job tagging, reporting, and workplace safety procedures
• Assist team members on larger jobs when required

Requirements

• 2–3 years or more experience in a similar role
• Experience working with pumps, rotating equipment, or similar mechanical systems preferred
• Ability to operate workshop tools and equipment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to follow workplace health and safety procedures
• Reliable team players with a professional attitude

What They Offer

• Stable workshop-based positions
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities to further develop mechanical repair skills